EARLY HEAD START
Our Early Head Start program is available at no cost for qualifying families.
Early Head Start program is for children age 4 weeks to 3 years old.
Visit our Enrollment page to learn more about eligibility or complete the interest form and our team will contact you directly.
Program Highlights
- Programming Monday-Friday, 8 am to 2pm (with wrap around care options)
- Year-round programming
- Class sizes of 8 students per at least 2 teachers
- Highly qualified teaching staff
- Instruction promoting language and literacy development
- Medical and dental screenings
- Behavioral support services
- Special education services
- Therapy services
- Nutritious breakfast, lunch and snack provided daily
- Diapers, wipes, infant food & formula provided daily
- Indoor and outdoor play areas
- Access to a Kohl’s Building Blocks library with free books for kids
- Family engagement events throughout the year such as seasonal festivals and literacy programs
- A Family Advocate assigned to your family to support you with community resources including healthcare, housing and employment
Give Your Child a Strong Start
at Penfield Children’s Center
At Penfield Children’s Center, we’re here to help your child grow, learn, and thrive from the very beginning. Our Early Head Start program provides a nurturing, inclusive environment where infants and toddlers build the skills they need to succeed in school and life.
Our experienced, caring staff support every stage of development—while working hand-in-hand with families to ensure each child gets the individualized care they deserve.
